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J8 AGJ

1991 Tvr S2

Red Petrol 2935cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

78,818 mi
Last recorded78,818 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2011
Typical for 1991 Tvr S278,296 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ8 AGJ
MakeTvr
ModelS2
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,935cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2011 78,818 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

both front indicator lenses cracked

chassis generally rusty

front suspension arms rusty

play in both rear lower shock obsorber bushes

play n/s/f shock obsorber bushes

slight play steering rack/ coloumn

Fail 25 Jun 2011 78,758 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

both front indicator lenses cracked

chassis generally rusty

front suspension arms rusty

play in both rear lower shock obsorber bushes

play n/s/f shock obsorber bushes

slight play steering rack/ coloumn

Pass 21 May 2010 74,723 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Oil leak

Fail 5 May 2010 74,722 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Aug 2008 72,049 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 27 Nov 2006 65,200 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2005 50,057 miles

How Reliable is the Tvr S2?

Based on 2,988 MOT tests across 233 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
432
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
233
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 70
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 66
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 65
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 49
position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp 47
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J8 AGJ is a 1991 Tvr S2 in Red with a 2,935cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1991 Tvr S2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 78,296 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Tvr S2 fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 70 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J8 AGJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Tvr S2 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 35 years old, this Tvr S2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J8 AGJ?

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What year was J8 AGJ registered?

J8 AGJ is a 1991 Tvr S2, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J8 AGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for J8 AGJ shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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